I just happen to have a 2021 Ridgeline in this color with the HPD package. I really like the truck, lots of really great features - some due to the unibody construction! The AWD system and driving modes (Normal, Snow, Mud, Sand) makes my previous Ford and Dodge trucks seem antiquated. However I wouldn’t opt for the HPD package again. It was a $2,800 option and it’s just for looks. The fake fender flares are already coming loose and the fender flares prevent the installation of mud flaps - much more useful option in my opinion. But it’s a pretty great vehicle, I’d buy another one in a heartbeat!
Agreed. I have a 2022 RTL-E and I do not regret not getting the HPD package - which another dealer tried to sell me. There was no real advantage to having the package other than the aesthetics, of which I was not thrilled anyway. All in all, a great truck.
Great review as always! All agreed. This version, the Grey RTLE with the HPD package is the most dynamic visually, but the red paint they offer is nice too! I have a white ‘22 Black Edition - such a great truck.
Congratulations the Black Edition is the Best and now you don’t have to option the HPD you can add flared fenders and I would make a Black Edition graphic and skip the wheels. I always enjoy the Ridgeline, great truck that adds extra cargo no truck in its class has 👍
@@HawkeyeRides I bought the black edition emblem and the hpd emblem and added them to the tailgate - it should this way from the factory! Along with black exhaust tips 😎 I’m surprised Honda doesn’t offer a hybrid engine option. They should also make a full size truck! I wonder if/when they’ll go electric. 🤷🏼♂️
@@HawkeyeRides what’s different between black Ed and rtle? Besides black time which you can have wrapped cheap and the horrible black n red interior which matched nothing. If it was a type R with that interior ok yeah. But why the red. Especially with hpd, doesn’t go Am I missing any other differences? Rtle with gray int is way better spec for most colors
I thought when the Ridgeline came out in 2006 it would be a complete failure. I disliked everything about it. Here we are, and it's still here and I wish I had one. The price takes my breath away. I still have my 03 F150 I paid just under 20k for. Even though we no longer have the boat I keep it, in case I need a bag of mulch from the home Depot. Catch you on the next one Anthony.
I agree the price for a mid-size truck I feel should be cheaper but as time goes this truck has made its way in with great overall use. It’s not over the top and everyday, we had a 02 Ranger, over 200k on the clock and did a oil change, the guy didn’t fill it up and burned the engine. We loved it so much that we bought a new engine and keep it another year but the engine was a rebuild and had too many problems. Always great catching up Sam 👍🏻
I drove a 2006 for over 12 years. I unfortunately got in an accident, and am now purchasing my first new vehicle, a 2023 RTL with a few upgrades. Sometimes I wish I never knew some options existed so I would not feel like I am settling for a lower trim model. lol
I really wanted a HPD Ridgeline.... But my wife ended up getting the vehicle she wanted... We did get a '22 Passport HPD... So it's pretty close to the Ridgeline
Nice truck I like the front grille on the HPD package although I don’t like the bronze wheels or the fender flares, however i would want the roof rack option included on this model, it gives the Ridgeline more of a rugged utility look in my opinion
Hold on. I like the steering wheel. I have the Black Edition. The materials used are of good quality. It feels like it will last forever. The steering wheel in my 2016 F150 Platinum wore out in 3 years. I had it replaced under warranty with the same steering wheel that will eventually start wearing out in 3 years. The Ridgeline feels and drives Solid.
Unfortunately I couldn’t order HPD in Canada, as it wasn’t an available option here. I ordered a black edition and the separate accessories to make my own. Couldn’t get the bronze rims in Canada, but was able to get the same ones in black. Actually looks pretty sharp, black on black.
I have a 2022 Black Edition/ Black with the tri fold bed cover and mud flaps. I get many compliments on how sporty the truck looks because of the all black interior and black exterior. I'm thinking about adding the Honda OEM running boards. I think the running boards give it an even more robust look plus it will help accessing the top when washing. But, I can't decide if I want to spend the $600 for them.
For me it wouldn’t be worth the cost since I never go off road. This package seems way too expensive as it is mostly cosmetic. The all-terrain tires are good only if you travel on rough roads regularly. I have a 2023 RTL and love it.
The HPD package is nothing more than aesthetics nothing different about the suspension engine etc. The best value package is the RTL, Hondas navigation system is not great you most likely will be opting for your own device for maps, etc..will save you about 7k getting a RTL over the RTLE and HPD but still has leather sunroof etc
He failed to address the premise of the video, which is "is the HPD Worth BUYING?" To my mind, the HPD package offers ZERO functional advantage. It may impress some folks; that's fine, but the $3k dollars could buy a great mountain bike, or any number of other durable, useful items. The Ridgeline offers a ton of practical value, the HPD option offers useless bling.
I didn’t fail anything I told the specs and said that the upgrades are worth more then the price if you did it aftermarket. I would suggest you rewatch the video and you will see that if you missed it 👍
The HPD option is for looks only. It adds nothing to offroad performance or engine performance. Personally, I do not like the gold wheels or the HPD decals and stripes.
Just from the question in the title, I would say no, as the hpd package is literally simply for cosmetics. There is nothing in terms of performance the hpd adds. Ridgeline? Yes. Just don't waste the additional money on that package.
Ya, I had them put the Black Edition grill on the front of my RTL primarily because I hated the chrome mustache on the front. I wish the chrome around the windows was black also.
You forget it comes standard with IVTM4 Torque Vectorng AWD Systems base model since 2020 refresh. Back to 1st Generation Ridgeline 2006-2014 roots had 4WD VTM4 on base model. So it's starts higher with that standard feature alone. Your paying same price as a AWD Pilot or Passport. The hood back to rear seat is those vehicles. Ridgeline has some beefed up suspension parts for truck duty. The Ridgeline according to multiple reviews rides the best over the two SUVs. So your trading some leg space in the rear and some interior cargo room. That's depends because Ridgeline rear seats 60/40 fold up so from flat floor up you have space. The SUVs just fold down. Ridgeline gives you a truck bed with layflat bed No wheelwell intrusions wheelhumps in bed of truck. Then you have deep lockable watertight in-bed trunk with drain plug.
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I just happen to have a 2021 Ridgeline in this color with the HPD package. I really like the truck, lots of really great features - some due to the unibody construction! The AWD system and driving modes (Normal, Snow, Mud, Sand) makes my previous Ford and Dodge trucks seem antiquated. However I wouldn’t opt for the HPD package again. It was a $2,800 option and it’s just for looks. The fake fender flares are already coming loose and the fender flares prevent the installation of mud flaps - much more useful option in my opinion. But it’s a pretty great vehicle, I’d buy another one in a heartbeat!
Thank you for your owners insight Steven.
Agreed. I have a 2022 RTL-E and I do not regret not getting the HPD package - which another dealer tried to sell me. There was no real advantage to having the package other than the aesthetics, of which I was not thrilled anyway. All in all, a great truck.
Great review as always! All agreed. This version, the Grey RTLE with the HPD package is the most dynamic visually, but the red paint they offer is nice too! I have a white ‘22 Black Edition - such a great truck.
Congratulations the Black Edition is the Best and now you don’t have to option the HPD you can add flared fenders and I would make a Black Edition graphic and skip the wheels. I always enjoy the Ridgeline, great truck that adds extra cargo no truck in its class has 👍
@@HawkeyeRides I bought the black edition emblem and the hpd emblem and added them to the tailgate - it should this way from the factory! Along with black exhaust tips 😎
I’m surprised Honda doesn’t offer a hybrid engine option. They should also make a full size truck! I wonder if/when they’ll go electric. 🤷🏼♂️
@@dgmus2281 that’s awesome, I would like to see a full size truck but nothing for either at the moment.
@@HawkeyeRides what’s different between black Ed and rtle? Besides black time which you can have wrapped cheap and the horrible black n red interior which matched nothing. If it was a type R with that interior ok yeah. But why the red. Especially with hpd, doesn’t go
Am I missing any other differences? Rtle with gray int is way better spec for most colors
@@thomaskrutulis2289 you are right on the money
I thought when the Ridgeline came out in 2006 it would be a complete failure. I disliked everything about it. Here we are, and it's still here and I wish I had one. The price takes my breath away. I still have my 03 F150 I paid just under 20k for. Even though we no longer have the boat I keep it, in case I need a bag of mulch from the home Depot. Catch you on the next one Anthony.
I agree the price for a mid-size truck I feel should be cheaper but as time goes this truck has made its way in with great overall use. It’s not over the top and everyday, we had a 02 Ranger, over 200k on the clock and did a oil change, the guy didn’t fill it up and burned the engine. We loved it so much that we bought a new engine and keep it another year but the engine was a rebuild and had too many problems. Always great catching up Sam 👍🏻
I drove a 2006 for over 12 years. I unfortunately got in an accident, and am now purchasing my first new vehicle, a 2023 RTL with a few upgrades. Sometimes I wish I never knew some options existed so I would not feel like I am settling for a lower trim model. lol
I really wanted a HPD Ridgeline.... But my wife ended up getting the vehicle she wanted... We did get a '22 Passport HPD... So it's pretty close to the Ridgeline
Congratulations the Passport is awesome and with the HPD it makes it look more aggressive 👍
Nice truck I like the front grille on the HPD package although I don’t like the bronze wheels or the fender flares, however i would want the roof rack option included on this model, it gives the Ridgeline more of a rugged utility look in my opinion
That is a great point Marty 👍
Hold on. I like the steering wheel. I have the Black Edition. The materials used are of good quality. It feels like it will last forever. The steering wheel in my 2016 F150 Platinum wore out in 3 years. I had it replaced under warranty with the same steering wheel that will eventually start wearing out in 3 years. The Ridgeline feels and drives Solid.
That’s for the insight
Unfortunately I couldn’t order HPD in Canada, as it wasn’t an available option here. I ordered a black edition and the separate accessories to make my own. Couldn’t get the bronze rims in Canada, but was able to get the same ones in black. Actually looks pretty sharp, black on black.
Sounds like yours is better than the HPD congratulations with your Black Edition 👍
I have a 2022 Black Edition/ Black with the tri fold bed cover and mud flaps. I get many compliments on how sporty the truck looks because of the all black interior and black exterior. I'm thinking about adding the Honda OEM running boards. I think the running boards give it an even more robust look plus it will help accessing the top when washing. But, I can't decide if I want to spend the $600 for them.
If your not in a hurry, wait a few months, you might be able to get a deal online 👍
Hey do you have pics of your truck?
@@musicalengineer4355 I don't. But I can take one
For me it wouldn’t be worth the cost since I never go off road. This package seems way too expensive as it is mostly cosmetic. The all-terrain tires are good only if you travel on rough roads regularly. I have a 2023 RTL and love it.
Congrats they are nice trucks 👍
I have a 22 black edition hpd and I like it is fun confortable to drive not like a Tacoma
They are great truck, congratulations Omar with the Black Edition 👍🏻
The HPD package is nothing more than aesthetics nothing different about the suspension engine etc. The best value package is the RTL, Hondas navigation system is not great you most likely will be opting for your own device for maps, etc..will save you about 7k getting a RTL over the RTLE and HPD but still has leather sunroof etc
Good point
What about the 540 watt sound system that comes with the RTLE?
He failed to address the premise of the video, which is "is the HPD Worth BUYING?" To my mind, the HPD package offers ZERO functional advantage. It may impress some folks; that's fine, but the $3k dollars could buy a great mountain bike, or any number of other durable, useful items. The Ridgeline offers a ton of practical value, the HPD option offers useless bling.
I didn’t fail anything I told the specs and said that the upgrades are worth more then the price if you did it aftermarket. I would suggest you rewatch the video and you will see that if you missed it 👍
The HPD option is for looks only. It adds nothing to offroad performance or engine performance. Personally, I do not like the gold wheels or the HPD decals and stripes.
That is correct, all looks but not everyone’s cup of tea 👍
Just from the question in the title, I would say no, as the hpd package is literally simply for cosmetics. There is nothing in terms of performance the hpd adds. Ridgeline? Yes. Just don't waste the additional money on that package.
It’s not everyone’s fav 👍
NEEDS cooled seats as an option. I’d buy one tomorrow if so equipped. Cmon Honda
I agree
@@HawkeyeRides passport elite has them, right? Wth
Put in a word for all us Floridians
@@thomaskrutulis2289 yes it does
We have them in Canada
@@Monto27 we know 🧐
But, does it have "low-speed follow"?
Yes
@@HawkeyeRides I will have to stop by my local dealer in Sacramento, CA as that was the only show stopper for me!
DOESNT HAVE WIRELESS CARPLAY or WIRELESS ANDROID AUTO...need that wire to connect
THAT IS CORRECT 😁👍
Honda all with the 1990 chrome around the windows
Yeah I would black it out
Ya, I had them put the Black Edition grill on the front of my RTL primarily because I hated the chrome mustache on the front. I wish the chrome around the windows was black also.
I want this Truck to be so good. Honda can do better on the design. Come on Honda.
It’s a great everyday use truck but inside they could tweak a little
Vtec 4 cylinder at lower MSRP .
This is a 6 cylinder
YOU JUST BLEW THROUGHT A STOP SIGN
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Colorado, Frontier and Tacoma are not shooting for same customer as Ridgeline. Not rivals.
Everyone has an opinion nothing wrong with that but they are in the same class as competitors 👍
HPD keeps making me think of HPV. That's unfortunate.
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Une très belle voiture Honda redgeline avec Bon moteur immortel
They are good 👍
Overpriced want a be truck. 45k is ridiculous should be low 30 at the most!!!
It would be 👌at that price 😁
I agree. All vehicles are way over priced.
You'd buy one if you could afford one.
Boss just bought a 100k f150 lol
You forget it comes standard with IVTM4 Torque Vectorng AWD Systems base model since 2020 refresh. Back to 1st Generation Ridgeline 2006-2014 roots had 4WD VTM4 on base model.
So it's starts higher with that standard feature alone. Your paying same price as a AWD Pilot or Passport. The hood back to rear seat is those vehicles.
Ridgeline has some beefed up suspension parts for truck duty.
The Ridgeline according to multiple reviews rides the best over the two SUVs.
So your trading some leg space in the rear and some interior cargo room. That's depends because Ridgeline rear seats 60/40 fold up so from flat floor up you have space. The SUVs just fold down. Ridgeline gives you a truck bed with layflat bed No wheelwell intrusions wheelhumps in bed of truck. Then you have deep lockable watertight in-bed trunk with drain plug.
'dem is uglee dang wheels
You can always change them 👍
I think they look sharp. To each his own.